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Israel – Hike in Produce Prices Ahead of Holidays

By admin on September 3, 2010

Israel – It seems this summer’s extreme heat not only affected us, but also had an impact on fruits and vegetables. One of the branches of the Shufersal supermarket chain posted an apologetic notice on Sunday saying, “Due to the heavy heat, there may be disruptions in the supply of fresh vegetables.”
According to the farmers [...]

Jerusalem – Ten Years Later: Tuvia Grossman Meets The Israeli Soldier Who Saved His Life [video]

By admin on August 31, 2010

Jerusalem – On September 30, 2000, The New York Times, Associated Press and other major media outlets published a photo of a young man — bloodied and battered — crouching beneath a club-wielding Israeli policeman. The caption identified him as a Palestinian victim of Israeli brutality — with the clear implication that the Israeli soldier [...]

New York – NYC Mayor Says He, Obama Lost Golf Bet in Mass.

By admin on August 31, 2010

New York – New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says he and President Barack Obama lost a bet while playing golf last week, costing them both a bit of money.
Obama invited the billionaire mayor to play golf with him on Martha’s Vineyard last Friday. The president had been vacationing there.
The foursome at the Vineyard Golf Club [...]

Williamsburg, NY – Do Your Rosh Hashanah Shopping on Lee Avenue

By admin on August 31, 2010

Williamsburg, NY – Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are only a week away. For the observant, that means feasting on sweet foods to help ensure a “sweet New Year” before fasting. Here in Brooklyn, you only need to go to one place to find all your Rosh Hashanah needs, from challah to kosher chicken to [...]

Home for the holidays?

By admin on August 26, 2010

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Home for the holidays?

Manhattan, NY – Fashion Week Has Jews Torn Between Runway Shows and Rosh Hashanah

By admin on August 19, 2010

Manhattan, NY – Fashion writer Carrie Goldberg lives for Fashion Week and makes it a point to attend the shows by hot young designers, which are usually on the first couple of days of a weeklong marathon of runway shows.
But this year, instead of watching Richie Rich’s models stride down the runway at Lincoln [...]

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FBI Report: NYC Restaurants Targeted By Terrorists

By admin on July 16, 2010

The so-called “underwear bomber” apparently isn’t the only terrorist who wanted to stage a X-mas day attack in the United States last year.
Another plot targeting night clubs and restaurants in New York City was reportedly also in the works.
Sources tell CBS 2 HD there is no connection between the airplane passenger who botched an attempt [...]

New York, NY – Records Could Melt As City Is Bracing for Hottest Day in 9 Years

By admin on July 6, 2010

New York, NY – Get ready for the worst day of the heat wave.
After Monday’s high of 99 degrees, temperatures are expected to hit triple digits Tuesday, putting people and power systems at risk.
The record for the day – 101 degrees – could even bite the dust. And it will feel even warmer because humidity [...]

Water Restrictions Imposed In Parts Of NJ, Lakewood Included Because Of High Water Demand

By admin on July 5, 2010

As New Jersey sizzles under an intense heat wave, lawns are turning brown, shrubs and flowers are wilting, and residents are desperately trying to salvage what they can by running sprinklers or watering by hand.
In some parts of the state, that’s triggering a big problem: High water usage. And one major water company has responded [...]

New York – Ex-champ Taken Into Custody at NYC Hot Dog Event [video of contest]

By admin on July 4, 2010

New York – Competitive eater Joey Chestnut has held on to his title at the annual July Fourth hot dog eating contest at New York’s Coney Island, but one of his biggest rivals tried to crash the celebration and has been taken into custody.
Chestnut chomped down on 54 hot dogs in 10 minutes on Sunday [...]

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